perspective of life. According to that change, language plays a crucial role to support the people’s life. Language was originally applied as the media to communicate. But nowadays, language has taken the improved tier to assist the human’s life. Related to the sophistication, the use of language leads the people to improve and be able to compete the life internationally. Therefore, international language is critically needed. English is an international language, spoken in many countries both as a native
Research Paper- Literacy Instructions for English Language Learners Abstract The increasing number of English language learners has triggered great attention on how to teach academic literacy to English language learners in elementary and middle school classrooms. This article aims at helping teacher blend literacy instructions into their practice in four categories which are respectively vocabulary, writing, reading and collaborative conversation Also, the paper addresses the importance of using responsive
balance numbers belongs to children from infant, playground and nursery 1. There are a total of 6 English language teachers, they are each assigned to a level. The teachers are supposed to teach phonics, language and literacy, numeracy, discovery of the world as well as music and movement. Whilst
REPRESENTATION OF VISUAL LITERACY IN AN EFL CLASSROOM OF AN ARAB WORLD Ms. Maria Zaheer Lecturer Prince Sultan University mzaheer@psu.edu.sa Preface English is predominantly Lingua franca in the Arab world. However the importance of being proficient in a language that is a vehicular connection in order to communicate, and to be successful in diverse set of fields helps opportunities to knock. This paper will examine the inclination towards Visual Literacy (VL) in the Second language (L2) classrooms
Richard Hanley reported on the various challenges that facing children learning to read respectively in Welsh and English. In 2003, the results of an overall investigation of written word admission skills at the end of first grade in Fourteen’s different European countries. Therefore, the results proved that children who were learning to read English complete far worse than the children of any other nationality, at reading both real words and non-words with identical structure to real words. Whilst
assessment – alternative assessment refers to tests that measures performance in ways other than traditional paper and pencil exams b. LEP – Limited English Proficiency is used to describe is a term used to refer to students who cannot speak English very well c. ELL – English Language Learner refers to a person learning English in addition to his/her native language d. Performance assessment – A type of tests where, rather than selecting ready-made answers, students have to perform certain tasks e. Authenticity
Challenges of English Orthography and Reading Various difficulties have been noted concerning the manner in which children learn how to read and write. According to Hanley (2010), kids are exposed to different patterns of spelling and writing in the English language that can be attributed by diverse perspectives. Such a provision necessitates for the recognition of the English writing system to help a child improve on their write words through the letter-sound correspondences. Through the recognition
generally accepted that the introduction of literacy is a valuable contribution to educational progress. But, as shown by Mühlhäusler’s article, it has inevitable repercussions on unlettered societies worth considering before undertaking such an endeavour. Mühlhäusler deals with a range of sociolinguistic ramifications of the introduction of literacy to communities living in the Pacific area. His main thesis claims that the introduction of vernacular literacy causes linguistic, religious and social changes
This paper mainly focuses on the importance of bilingual / multilingual or plurilingual programs in schools for children, parents, educators and society. According to Bailey (2015), the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) is an institution which the principal goal is to be dedicated to students who learn English; once they learn English they are considered monolinguals. The problem here is that it does not take into consideration the bilingual abilities and competencies learners possess;
Introduction Language is a form of human communication that is used to connect something or give an understanding to the listener. It is supported by Vogt and Shearer (2007) said language is a form of thinking can be understood in connection with reality and has the form and logic. The early childhood years are crucial in children’s literacy development because the development of language and literacy begins at birth and a lifetime process. This also was supported by Naeum (2013), This assignment